AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCCJ Appeal: Director of Public Prosecutions Cheryl-Lynn Vidal has asked the Caribbean Court of Justice to overturn Oscar Selgado’s acquittal for abetting murder. The appeal comes as the CCJ holds its first sittings in Saint Lucia. Cost of Living: Government subsidies are keeping gasoline, diesel, kerosene and smaller cooking-gas cylinder prices unchanged through October 25, despite rising import costs. Regional Relations: Janet Caroo has been accredited as Saint Lucia’s ambassador to CARICOM, with a pledge to push for regional cooperation that delivers practical benefits. Housing Policy: Parliament approved a government guarantee for a US$20 million Development Bank loan to support housing, repairs and renewable-energy upgrades; Opposition senators raised concerns about access. Economic Outlook: The World Bank projects Saint Lucia’s economy will grow 1.1% in 2026 after an estimated contraction last year. Cruise Development: Tourism Minister Ernest Hilaire says key Castries waterfront upgrades will not be ready for the coming cruise season, citing delays in getting materials.
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